Start Term
2026-2027
Course Title
Basic Refrigeration Systems
Course Code
TEAC1140
Course Hours
90
Course Credits
3
Description
An introductory course covering the physical and chemical laws governing the principles of refrigeration. A more in-depth study of the refrigeration cycle, system components, refrigerants, and refrigerant controls will be covered.
Upon course completion, students will be able to:
Describe the fundamental refrigeration cycle including heat, states of substances, heat transfer, and pressure/temperature relationships.
Identify common refrigerants and understand their differences and develop an understanding of proper refrigerant handling techniques and the application of EPA Section 608 rules.
Identify and describe the function of the major refrigerant system components including compressor types and operational characteristics.
Identify and describe the function of common refrigeration accessories and controls.
Demonstrate the proper use of refrigerant manifold gauges to evaluate, service, and diagnose refrigerant systems including refrigerant recovery, system evacuation, and refrigerant charging procedures.
